Medical Director - Veterinarian

AmeriVet•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Mission Valley Pet Clinic is seeking a full-time Medical Director to lead its veterinary team. The clinic is a general practice with an average daily patient volume of 16 and a case mix that includes wellness, surgery, and dentistry. Its equipment includes digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, a state-of-the-art surgical suite, laser therapy, and in-house laboratories. The team includes three registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client care specialists. The Medical Director is the practice’s clinical leader and medical voice, responsible for setting standards for medical quality, patient care, client experience, and team culture. The role balances hands-on clinical work with leadership, mentorship, medical oversight, and collaboration with the Practice Manager. The Medical Director is expected to spend most of their time providing direct patient care and maintain a robust caseload, while supervising the Associate and Partner doctors and supporting the development of the veterinary team. The position offers an annual salary of $170,000–$190,000 plus production bonus, based on a 30-hour-per-week schedule, as well as a monthly medical director stipend and a DVM Long-Term Incentive cash program. The posting also describes transparent production metrics, operational support, no negative accrual, continuing education support, paid licenses and professional dues, flexible scheduling, mentorship, relocation assistance, sign-on bonuses, and a 401(k) with company match. Candidates must commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), or equivalent degree.
Active, unrestricted veterinary license in the state of practice.
Active DEA registration for the responsible practice location(s).
Any state-controlled substance, pharmacy, or other licenses and registrations required for the role.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian.
Commitment to a minimum of 35 hours per week.
Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex medical information through different methods and settings.
Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation skills.
Sound clinical judgment and thoughtful decision-making.
Ability to serve as a visible clinical leader and drive practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement.
Professionalism, respect, courtesy, and interpersonal skills that build trust, engagement, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.

Responsibilities

Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.
Foster a positive, collaborative hospital culture that prioritizes patient care and safety, empowers team members, and supports shared hospital goals.
Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians; support clinical proficiency, client communication, accurate medical records, compliant charging, and positive team culture.
Provide regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability to veterinarians as needed.
Improve medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review and use of clinical insights and professional judgment.
Evaluate and develop clinical competency among doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians through observation, coaching, case discussions, and medical record reviews.
Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.
Partner with the Practice Manager on hospital initiatives, culture, staff development, medical and operational priorities, scheduling, workflows, inventory, team coaching, meetings, performance metrics, and business goals.
Oversee the maintenance and appropriate use of medical equipment, including safety, functionality, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
Engage with the local community through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that support practice growth and access to quality care.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit, interview, and onboard veterinary talent.
Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian when required, overseeing applicable registrations and permits, controlled drug inventory and processes, and radiation safety and compliance, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer.
Actively practice for the majority of the full-time schedule and maintain a robust patient caseload.
Represent AmeriVet and advocate for its goals and values by attending events and participating in regular calls as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.

Benefits

Production bonus and DVM Long-Term Incentive cash program with annual bonuses based on production.
Monthly medical director stipend.
No negative accrual.
Transparent production metrics and operational support.
Continuing education allowance.
Paid licenses and professional dues.
Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
Mentorship programs.
Relocation assistance available.
Sign-on bonuses available.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Student loan assistance.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Mental health resources.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.